Professor of Rock
Gamut Podcast NetworkThe ultimate rock music history podcast for fans of the greatest era of music. If you’ve ever wondered about the true stories behind your favorite songs, or wanted to hear directly from the legends who made them, Professor of Rock is your new go-to podcast. Hosted by music historian and superfan Adam Reader, this show brings the golden era of music back to life with exclusive interviews, behind-th... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1668 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Music | |||
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Today we’ve got 10 tracks that were going for the gold but came up just short… bringing home the bronze instead. That’s right, it’s another edition of our #3 Hits Countdown, but this time we are counting down the greatest #3s of the 1970s songs that ... more
Coming up next… a song that was so offensive, the Doors were fired on the spot for performing it. Here’s what happened: Jim Morrison, was playing one of The Doors's new songs "The End" as the house band for one of California’s most happening clubs...... more
The 80s gave us some of the most irresistible, inescapable songs ever put to tape. And today we're going all in on the neon decade, counting down my picks for the Top 8 catchiest 80s songs. These are the songs that you’re grateful when they get stuck... more
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Coming up, an interview with one of the 80s great hitmakers. The most successful duo of the rock era, Daryl Hall and John Oates Everything they touched turned to Gold and Platinum. Here, John Oates tells the story of a number-one... more
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- Rocks!
Adam’s eloquent presentation combined with never-ending interesting
subjects makes for one of my favorite podcasts.
Apple Podcasts5Paulus787
United Statesa month ago - New favorite
I really like this no nonsense looks at these topics. I’m currently listening to the one about critics and agree 100%
Apple Podcasts5Lindyc5United States2 months ago - Love it!
Thank you for all the info about my favorite songs & favorite musicians… and the random ones too. Keep it up - I’ll keep listening!
Apple Podcasts5CarolynC1975United States2 months ago - Prof gets A+
How do you get all your information? It’s amazing I’ve enjoyed the prof of rock for a while on YouTube now I get to enjoy him loud and proud in the car. 3 chords and the truth. If it’s to loud your to old !
Here’s a show idea best 1st dance songs. Those songs that take you back to 7th, 8th grade all the way to your senior prom in the 80s. Ie. When in roam or I just died in your arms tonight. I think it would make a great show.
Apple Podcasts5Um all hypeUnited States3 months ago - Movie Soundtrack
My favorite movie soundtrack is from Valley Girl. If you do a second edition, include that one
Apple Podcasts5Ranger!!!United States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #52 | United States/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  Canada/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #86 |  Australia/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #46 |  Belgium/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #67 |  Ireland/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #105 |  New Zealand/Music |
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What is Professor of Rock about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A deep-dive history show that explores the stories, context, and people behind classic rock and pop hits. Episodes mix behind-the-scenes production details, artist anecdotes, and cultural moments to reveal how enduring songs were crafted, released, and received. Listeners can expect expansive interviews, archival storytelling, and thoughtful analyses of iconic tracks and the eras that shaped them. A notable strength is the host's ability to connect minute studio details to bigger cultural narratives, making nostalgia feel current and informative.
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Which podcasts are similar to Professor of Rock?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Professor of Rock:
1. Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles
2. Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond
3. Everything 80s
4. The 500 with Josh Adam Meyers
5. The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
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Professor of Rock launched a year ago and published 1668 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Professor of Rock include:
1. John Oates
2. Nicolair Clowes
3. Peter Beckett
4. Peter Frampton
5. Mark Slaughter
6. Black Pegasus
7. David Lee Roth
8. Michael Anthony
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